The city and the lake in writing
History, architecture, Baikal, food and the seasons — writing that helps you see more than meets the eye.
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A Novokuznetsk resident was sentenced to 10 years in a strict regime colony for trying to transport 29 kg of heroin to Irkutsk. According to investigators, he agreed to…
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In Irkutsk, a repeatedly convicted man at police station No. 5 publicly insulted and kicked a PPS officer on duty. Criminal cases have been opened for violence and…
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In Irkutsk, the City History Museum solemnly marked All Russia Physical Culture Day, bringing together athletes, coaches and sports veterans. The mayor stressed the…
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In Irkutsk, a patriotic comedy is being filmed for the 70th anniversary of Victory, with the theme of memory of the Great Patriotic War running through it. Filming takes…
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After abnormal heat, when Irkutsk temperatures rose to 37, long awaited cool weather is finally coming to the region. On August 10 forecasters promise heavy rain…
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In Irkutsk, Russian Interior Minister Vladimir Kolokoltsev held a meeting on optimizing staffing in the Interior Ministry and met with regional leaders and the regional…
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18 year old Irkutsk native Oleg Gavrikov is preparing for a solo run around Lake Baikal. The start is set for August 14 from Sukhoy Ruchy, and he plans to stay at…
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Early elections for the governor of Irkutsk Region will be held on September 13, and residents of remote and hard to reach areas will be able to vote early from August…
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The Investigative Committee in Irkutsk Region opened a criminal case after two divers died at a hydroelectric dam in Irkutsk. Investigators are questioning the…